Provide a future here on earth and one for eternity as well.
Benefits for the children:
Jesus' love.
Your child will learn Bible verses, stories and songs that clearly present the Gospel.
Quality education.
Learning to read and write is the key to a future of hope for your child.
A daily meal.
At the Bridge of Hope center, your child will receive a healthy, balanced meal.
Medical care.
Periodic checkups are supplemented by teaching children habits of good hygiene.
Gospel for Asia takes a unique approach.
First, we put Jesus Christ at the center of all we do. It is a fact: Whether healthy or sick, rich or poor, people face eternity without Christ if they do not know Him. Therefore, our highest goal is to share the message of salvation and forgiveness through Christ.
The ministry of Bridge of Hope is simply a natural extension and outflow of that desire. So when you meet your sponsored child's physical needs, you also do much more. Your gift of compassion helps break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy, superstition—and ultimately the bondage of the caste system.
Second, we take a "big picture" approach Each child we educate is part of an extended family. As these boys and girls begin to understand God's love, expressed to them in very practical ways, they take the message home to fathers, mothers, siblings, uncles, aunts and grandparents. In addition, parent training sessions are an integral part of the Bridge of Hope program. As a result, hearts and homes previously resistant to the Good News are now open to the witness of national missionaries like never before. Your love and care reach far beyond just one individual. As you extend hope to your sponsored child, that same hope is passed on to many others.
In addition, we send 100 percent of your child sponsorship donations directly to the Bridge of Hope programs on the field without deducting anything for administrative costs.
Become a friend to your child: Through Letter-Writing
Through regular letter-writing correspondence you can develop a friendship with your child. Your letters will make a difference in the lives of those who are constantly derided and told they are worthless by their culture.
Real letters from children
I received your letter. I was very happy.
My father expired in Tsunami at 2004.
“I am Saruhasan, studying Fifth Standard. I am residing at Fishermen Street in Thirumullaivasal, which is in seaside of Bay of Bengal. My father expired in Tsunami at 2004. I am interested in Sunday school songs, stories and memory verses. I like to play hand ball, carrom board and long jump. Pray for my family also. Thank you so much for helping me. Yours lovingly,”
– Saru, 8 years old
How you can pray
Prayer is the most effective and precious gift you can give the child you sponsor. When children are admitted to the Bridge of Hope program, a whole new world opens up to them. They learn to read and write, play games and sing songs. Most important, they hear of God's love for them and His plan for their lives. Our desire is that this becomes a personal reality for each child entrusted to us, and your prayers are a vital part of making that happen.
Pray for an open heart to the Holy Spirit. In every Bridge of Hope school program, each child has the opportunity to hear and understand how treasured he or she is in the eyes of God.
Pray for your child's adjustment. For many children, this is the first time they've ever attended school.
Pray for a supportive family and community. Initial responses from parents can be negative; over time, however, parents usually become very receptive.
Pray for your child's health and safety. Throughout the developing nations of Asia, children face dangers such as malaria, pollution in large cities, tribal warfare, tuberculosis, caste prejudice and oppression, contaminated drinking water and gang violence.
Pray that the Gospel planted in your child's heart will bear fruit. One child's education through the Bridge of Hope could mean the transformation of an entire village.